cirrhotic
1
9.9
- noun
- /sɪˈrɑtɪk/
- Specialized
:
paciente con cirrosis
- The cirrhotic patient required immediate medical attention.
Examples
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Support groups can help a cirrhotic cope with lifestyle changes after diagnosis.
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The hospital provides special care for each cirrhotic admitted to the liver unit.
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Doctors monitor the health of a cirrhotic closely to prevent further complications.
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Many cirrhotics struggle to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
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The doctor reported that the cirrhotic man needed immediate treatment to manage his liver complications.
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At the support group, several cirrhotic patients shared their experiences and challenges with managing their health.
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Living with a cirrhotic condition can be difficult, as it often requires regular medical check-ups and lifestyle changes.
How Sick
- Specialized
1
9.9
- Specialized
3
5.6
- Specialized
11
3.3
695
1.0
Surface Forms
Etymology
Cirrhotic comes from the same Greek root kirrhos ('tawny') and the medical word cirrhosis, pointing to the yellow, scarred look of a sick liver. So a cirrhotic is a person who has long-term liver damage and its health problems.